Electra Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Electra Name at a Glance

Name	Electra
Meaning	Sparkling. The fiery sun. Mythological daughter of Agamemnon. In literature she was a central character in three Greek tragedies.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Electra Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Electra means “Sparkling. The fiery sun. Mythological daughter of Agamemnon. In literature she was a central character in three Greek tragedies”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Electra Name Origin

Our database records Electra under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Electra a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Electra is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Electra

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